Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.
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Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Join us for an evening of fun with various stations and hands-on activities for the whole family! This program is designed for ages 4-11 with an adult (siblings welcome) and will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. Registration not required. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. […]
Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Art Cart Friday, November 7 at 3-4 pm Mitchell St Library - 906 W. Historic Mitchell St. Milwaukee WI Raid the Art Cart and create your next masterpiece! Use the provided supplies to answer a prompt or freely create your own work of art. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally […]
There is a Y in every family! Unplug and connect by spending some quality time together at the Y. We will have fun, family-friendly activities throughout the night, so bring a friend and join in the fun! This event is FREE and open to the community. Only one registration per household required. Please note: […]
2025 Market Season LATE SEASON Saturdays November 1st-15th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Come explore our newly renovated Visitor Center, now featuring ADA-compliant restrooms, an accessible entrance, refreshed community spaces, and exciting new classes. After your tour, enjoy complimentary access to our beautiful trails — no trail fee required! This event is free to attend. Donations are greatly appreciated! Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended. Please […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique in Shorewood on Saturday, November 8th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading the short story, "If You Find a Leaf" and doing a matching coloring activity to follow. This event is best-suited for ages 1-4 years. Hope to see you there! […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Saturday Family Fun Films Saturday, November 8 from 2-4 pm Zablocki Library - 3501 W. Oklahoma Ave. Milwaukee WI Cozy up with your crew and enjoy a free family film and snacks on select Saturdays this fall at Zablocki Branch Library! Titles subject to change based on availability through the Milwaukee Public Library subscription to […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly […]
Bring your friends, grab a craft soda or a cold Sprecher brew, and let your imagination run wild! What to Expect: LEGO® Autumn Building Competition: Build your best Autumn-inspired creation on-site for a chance to win prizes! Show off your creativity and brick skills. Family-Friendly Fun: Builders of all ages are welcome. Sprecher Favorites: […]
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
We Are on Indigenous Land Monday, November 10 from 4-4:45 pm Central Library - 814 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee WI Inspired by the picture book I Am on Indigenous Land, let's learn about the Indigenous land we in Wisconsin call home and celebrate natural treasures around us by painting landscapes. Please note: Dates and times […]
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Learn ways to stimulate your child’s learning and creativity through these fun, play based workshops. They provide great bonding time as parent/caregiver and child will participate together. All sessions are planned for the specific ages listed below. Facilitated by OFS Parents as Teachers staff. Registration closes 2 business days before each session so register early! […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 […]
Move & Groove Wednesdays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
You Build It! During the summer months (through August 27, 2025), "You Build It!" is offered from 2-3 pm on Wednesdays. During the school year "You Build It!" is offered from 4-5 pm, ie. beginning again on August 3, 2025 Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply […]
Health Literacy Kid's Clinic November 10-13, All day Washington Park Library - 2121 N. Sherman Blvd. Milwaukee WI Week-long drop-in program. Children and their caregivers are invited to grow their health literacy. From visiting the doctor to basic first aid, children thrive in new situations when they have important information skills developed around wellness. Drop in […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Family Storytime Fridays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 & under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for stories, rhymes, and more! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Parents and children will come together for a mindful afternoon at Mee-Kwon Park, exploring gratitude through nature and the senses. Activities include a gentle meditation, a sensory experience with clementines and nutmeg, and a five-senses scavenger hunt along the trails. The program concludes with a heartfelt service project where children create gratitude gift bags for […]
The Germantown World Culture Fest is a celebration of multiculturalism through music, food, games, and other special activities. Visit one of the food trucks, try your hand at a trivia game, and learn more about the local clubs and businesses that celebrate our cultural heritages. This event is FREE and for all ages. Thank you […]
2025 Market Season LATE SEASON Saturdays November 1st-15th from 9:00am to 12:00pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Come support our amazing young makers as they showcase their handmade gifts, art, and creations—just in time for the holidays! This youth maker's market will be at Edison Hall (inside Inventor’s Brewpub) in Port Washington. Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
The Candy Cane 5K Run/Walk sponsored by Frydach Insurance and the Kid's Jingle Bell Dash sponsored by DP Kids & Dental Professionals are brought to you by the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce. Held the same day as the Germantown Christmas Festival (Parade + Christmas Festivities), this kid 1K and family friendly 5k run/walk starts […]
Join us at BlackBear Children's Boutique on Saturday, November 15th at 10AM for Magical Mornings, our FREE storytelling and craft series! We'll be reading "Apple Cake" and doing a matching craft & coloring activity to follow. Best-suited for ages 1-4 years. Hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Join us for the annual Christmas Festival in Germantown. Gather your family, friends and neighbors to join us for a fun parade + festival at Firemen's Park. Enjoy the Christmas festivities in November before it gets too busy and too COLD! The parade starts at 1:30pm. Here is the parade route: Start - Pilgrim Rd […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 […]
This remarkable attraction began in 1998 when proprietor Karl Hornung was inspired by a magazine article about garden-scale railroads. What started as a small 6′ x 24′ Christmas setup quickly grew in size and popularity, eventually taking over half a greenhouse by its third year. From 2011 to 2013, the railroad underwent further expansion, […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates, times, and pricing are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check with the event organizer or […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Move & Groove Wednesdays from 10:00am - 10:30am Ages 5 and under. Older siblings welcome. Join us for songs, rhymes, and dancing! No Registration required. We will meet in the Hoppe Room in the lower level of the Library. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please […]
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra […]
You Build It! During the summer months (through August 27, 2025), "You Build It!" is offered from 2-3 pm on Wednesdays. During the school year "You Build It!" is offered from 4-5 pm, ie. beginning again on August 3, 2025 Central Library - 814 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI Come build with us! We'll supply […]
Santa's Mailbox has Arrived in Cathedral Square Park! Make a day of it and ride the hop there and get some hot cocoa along the way. Santa’s Mailbox November 10 – December 14 Cathedral Square Park Place a child’s letter to Santa in Santa’s Mailbox. Be sure to include a return address because Santa and […]
Join us for Furry Tales Story Time at the Wisconsin Humane Society! This FREE program is designed for children ages 2-4. Furry Tales includes heartwarming animal-themed books with an extra special twist: your little ones will also meet an adorable animal at WHS! Registration is encouraged, but not required. There is a limit of 3 […]
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.